Final Touches: The Brontë Birthplace Nears Completion!
As we edge closer to opening the doors of the Brontë Birthplace, the transformation is almost complete! This month, our volunteer photographer, Matt Gibbons, stepped inside to capture the incredible progress of the renovation works—showcasing the dedication, passion, and effort that has gone into bringing the house back to life. A House with a Story […]
Brontë Birthplace Appoints General Manager to Lead Exciting New Chapter
Brontë Birthplace, Thornton is thrilled to announce the appointment of Anna Gibson as their new General Manager, marking a significant milestone in the journey to restore and reopen the birthplace of Charlotte, Emily, Anne and their brother Branwell Brontë. With extensive experience in heritage and cultural management, Anna will play a vital role in launching […]
Step Inside the Brontë Birthplace Before Restoration Began!
Ever wondered what the Brontë Birthplace looked like before renovation work began? Now, thanks to Vision Digital Culture’s digital twin creation, you can explore a virtual tour of the house as it stood in April 2024—capturing a moment in time before restoration transformed this historic home. This immersive experience lets you step inside the very […]
The Three Ann(e)s Event Celebrates Anne Brontë’s Legacy and Raises Over £2250
The Brontë Birthplace celebrated Anne Brontë’s 205th birthday in style on Saturday 18th January with The Three Ann(e)s event, a remarkable afternoon of music, narration and reflection. Hosted at St James’ Church, the event drew 165 attendees and raised an impressive £2258 through ticket sales, merchandise, and donations, ensuring vital support for the ongoing preservation […]
Why Are We Asking for More Donations?
Over the last few weeks, several people have asked why we’re appealing for more donations through our Furnishing Fundraiser. To address this, here’s how grants work and why your continued support is vital. Understanding Grants Applying for Grants We’ve been fortunate to secure grant funding thanks to the tireless efforts of our committee members, who […]
Programme Manager
We are hiring a Programme (General) Manager! We are thrilled to announce an exciting new role at the Brontë Birthplace: Programme Manager. Thanks to generous grant funding, this position will help drive the development of our treasured site, shaping it into a thriving cultural and heritage hub for the community. It’s an incredible opportunity to […]
The Brontë Birthplace – Progress Update
External restoration work, including the windows, roof, and exterior painting, has been successfully completed—something you may have already noticed! Now, we’re three weeks into the sensitive restoration of the house’s interior. Each step has been carefully planned to ensure the heritage of this extraordinary home is preserved for generations to come. Restoration work began in […]
The Three Ann(e)s: Celebrating the Brontë Sister in Style!
Sure, you know the Brontës. Charlotte, author of Jane Eyre, and Emily, mastermind behind Wuthering Heights—the bold, tragic heroines and windswept moors! But what about…Anne? Yes, Anne Brontë: the quiet, often-overlooked youngest sister who, trust us, was just as daring and brilliant as her famous siblings. If you haven’t yet met the incredible Anne Brontë, […]
Fundraising Furnishing Appeal – Target £50,000
We are incredibly close to opening the doors of the Brontë Birthplace to the public next year, but to do so in a way that fully honours the legacy of the Brontë sisters, we need your help with our fundraising efforts. To bring this vision to life, we are launching an appeal to raise £50,000 […]
First Annual Members’ Meeting
Marks Key Milestone for Brontë Birthplace Restoration The Brontë Birthplace Limited held its first Annual Members’ Meeting (AMM) on Saturday, 28th September 2024, marking a significant step forward in the restoration and reopening of the historic Brontë family home. Attended by shareholders both in-person and via Zoom, the meeting showcased key progress and exciting future […]